Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RST) - Sleep Lab - St. Charles Hospital

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TheRegisteredPolysomnography Tech (RPSGT or RST)works underthe supervision of the SleepCenterleadershipteam to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This involves polysomnography,diagnostic, and therapeutic servicesregarding patient care or education.   

Essential Job Functions  

• Prepares the patient, explains the procedure ; reviews clinical data from patient medical record and by patient interview and bases testing modalities on information obtained; operates polysomnographic equipment to obtain diagnostic recordings following established protocols while manually controlling the equipment to obtain the requested pertinent waveforms from the area being studied; deciphers normal from abnormal results to obtain appropriate or additional tests which demonstrate the abnormality. 

• Documents detailed,accurate technical reports to aid physicians in interpretation of test data; reviews studies with physicians to clarify any discrepancies and doesadditional testing whennecessary. 

• Administers various neurodiagnostic procedures without direct supervision whileutilizing theappropriate protocols;monitors the quality of tests being conducted while ensuring prudent resource management; follows hospital and departmentalpolicies and procedures. Maintains a cleanworkarea. 

• Helps coordinate patient scheduling, receives patient payments, reviews patientcharges andassists with general officetasks. 

• Demonstratesproficiency andremains current in the neurodiagnostic field bymaintaining continuing educationrequirements. 

• Perform sleep staging and event scoring perAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine(AASM) guidelinesto decipher normal from abnormal results. May perform monthly Interscorer Reliability QA and reporting depending upon departmentalneed.   

• Troubleshoots all polysomnographic and officeequipment. 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees maybe required to perform otherjob-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Licensing/Certification  

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire,required before patient care) 
• PolysomnographyState Licensure if applicable based upon state of practice (preferred;required if practicing in Virginia)  

and 

Must have one of the following (required): 

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (required upon hire in South Carolina, in addition, permanent Exemption for Ventilation by Non-RCPsrequired for all non-RT's & RT's whose license is no longer active in SouthCarolina).   

• Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) Certificationby the American Board of Sleep Medicine  

•  Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) in state ofpractice - Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) credential (required for RTs;preferred in South Carolina). 

Education 

​​​High school diploma or equivalent (required)   

Work Experience 

​​​​At least one year ofprevious experience in neurophysiology or sleep disorders medicine(preferred)  

Training 

None 

Language 

None 

Skills 

• Clinical Skills: 

• ​Proficient with computers, sleep equipment,devices and software 

• Accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.​​​  

• Comprehensive knowledgeof guidelinespertaining to sleep medicine andtesting. 

• Analytical skills 

• Strategic thinking and planning  

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Interpersonal Skills: 

• ​Ability to separate personal from professional interactionsandmaintain professional/ethical boundaries. 

• Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt toemerging community needs.   

• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.   

• Attention to detail 

• Communication and Collaboration skills 

• Critical thinking 

• Teamwork 

• Conflict resolution 

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As aMercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement forMercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please emailrecruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team atrecruitment@mercy.com.